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Homesteading Basics

If you’re new to homesteading & growing food you’re in the right place. Below are some great resources to get you started! If you’re still not quite sure what homesteading is, read more about it here.

Free Homesteading Basics Resources

How to Plan Your Garden: Learn Exactly What to Plant and How Much!

Mindy March 15, 2021 1 Comment
Spring is an exciting time for gardeners and homesteaders! we’re planning and preparing for the coming growing season and dreaming about the amazing fruits, vegetables,…
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2020 Homesteader Gift Guide

Mindy October 2, 2020 No Comments
When I think of buying gifts for my friends and family, whether they are homesteaders or not, I like to make sure what I get…
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blueberry peach cobbler on white plate

Blueberry Peach Cobbler Recipe (Paleo & AIP)

Mindy August 4, 2020 No Comments
The garden isn’t doing so great this year (and I’m pretty okay with taking a break). But our blueberry bushes are churning out blueberries like…
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How to Preserve Basil (Freezing + More)

Mindy July 15, 2020 No Comments
If you’re wondering how to preserve basil (including freezing basil), you’re in the right place! I am a huge fan of basil fresh from the…
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Homemade Pesto (Paleo with AIP Option)

Mindy July 10, 2020 6 Comments
Homemade pesto is one of my favorite paleo sauces because it makes a boring dish way more interesting. But because I am currently on an…
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Homemade Bug Spray (That Really Works!)

Mindy May 29, 2020 5 Comments
If you know me, you know that I enjoy making homemade products like deodorant and face wash, so it should be no surprise that I…
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How to Make Herb-Infused Oil (for Recipes or Remedies)

Mindy April 30, 2020 No Comments
If you’re looking to make herb-infused oil to use in home remedies or in your favorite recipes, you’re in the right place. Herb infused oil…
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6 Small Space Gardening Tips

Mindy March 21, 2020 No Comments
If you’re wondering how to grow a garden in your tiny yard, you’re in the right place! Small space gardening makes growing organic, homegrown produce…
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Beginner Homesteading Books

Here are some beginner books to get you started.

Finding Time to Homestead

This book helps you figure out how to balance modern life with homesteading. It’s helpful before you begin or when you realize you’re a bit overwhelmed juggling homesteading with jobs, kids, and other things.

  • Finding Time to Homestead
    $4.99
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Raising Chickens Naturally

This book is a great beginner guide for those who are interested in getting chickens for their homestead and want to raise them naturally and humanely.

  • Raising Chickens Naturally
    $9.00
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Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner’s Guide

This is my go-to herbal book for folks who are interested in herbal medicine. All of the herbs are easy to find and the recipes are simple.

Learn the Secrets for Food Growing Success

Are you ready to start growing your own food? Find out how in this free email course:

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Mindy Wood is the founder of Our Inspired Roots, the place to go for inspiration and instruction on homesteading and natural living for better health.
Learn to grow and cook healthy food and rely more on natural medicine and remedies. Read More…

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